Officer-involved shooting investigated at police station

A police officer shot a man in the lobby of the Bennington Police Department on Tuesday evening after what appeared to be a stabbing.

Authorities with the Vermont State Police said Gregory Filo, 42, of Bennington, entered the lobby and was acting erratically. They said a friend of Filo also entered the lobby and was seen making a stabbing motion at the friend.

Investigators said a dispatcher advised officers of what was happening in the lobby and when officers entered, Filo advanced toward the officers despite being told to drop the weapon.

Officials said an officer fired his weapon once and struck Filo. Rescue crews were called, and officers began first aid on Filo.

Filo's friend was not injured during the incident.

Filo was transported to Albany Medical Center and was listed in stable condition.

An investigation is underway, and the officer who fired the shot at Filo was placed on administrative leave, which is standard policy.

Authorities said charges could be filed against Filo by the Bennington County State Attorney's Office.

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